TAKE NOTICE that Wednesday, February 18, 2015 scheduled DDA Committee meeting has been cancelled due to a lack of
agenda items.The next scheduled DDA
Committee Meeting is Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at the
Municipal Building, 4357 Buckeye Street at 6:30 p.m.

This Notice is given in
compliance with the Open Meeting Act.

Entrance Sign Donations

New Entrance to City Sign

A
committee made up of members of different organizations and committees within
the city was formed to design and raise funding for a new entrance sign on Luna
Pier Rd., to replace the existing sign. If you would like to contribute to this
cause, donations are being accepted at Luna Pier City Hall. Please make
checks out to the Luna Pier Business Association. More details of the sign will
be posted as funds are collected and the committee meets.

When Goverments Come Together in an Emergency

WHEN GOVERNMENTS COME TOGETHER IN AN EMERGENCY

While
things have settled down and getting back to normal, I would like to take some
time and thank everyone who was involved in this water emergency event. I want to
give kudos to the Luna Pier Fire and Police Departments, who assisted in
obtaining the water to distribute, and dispensing the water.

I want to thank the citizens of Luna Pier, who remained calm and did not panic
during the emergency. Our citizens took only the water they needed and did not
attempt to take any more then needed. I know neighbors helped each
when the need arose, delivering water to residents who could not obtain their
own.These actions show what a great
community we live in.

The citizens of Luna Pier have been through floods and blizzards throughout the
years. We have always come together to help each other and others living
outside the city who were in need during these emergencies The citizens
of Luna Pier always come out on top, showing how resilient and kind they
are.

I also want to thank, Mike Bosnic Monroe County Administrator, Mayor Robert
Clark City of Monroe, Mark Hammon and Susan Martinez Monroe County Emergency
Management Division, Sheriff Dale Malone and Major Troy Goodnough Monroe County
Sheriff’s Office, Kim Comerzan Monroe County Health Department, Members of the
American Red Cross, all of these folks assisted the City during this event.

In the near future, all agencies involved will be having meetings with
personnel from the City’s Departments and County Departments to have a
debriefing, to exchange ideas on how we can improve on disseminating
information, as different departments receive it. With these meetings I hope to
keep you all appraised of what is occurring in a timely manner.

To
follow up on our conversation from July 24, 2014. I have done a little
research into the decomposing algae that we observed along the shoreline in
front of 11112 Harold Drive. It appears (based on my research) that the
algae mats are considered filamentous algae and that the recommendation that I
made to keep animals and people from direct contact with the mats and
surrounding waters is accurate.

The
research I have read indicates that to be sure of the type of algae, and
subsequently whether they produce toxins, each algae mat would have to be
assessed through sampling. So, short of sampling each mat, each time one
comes in from offshore, my recommendation is to treat them all as potentially
concerning from a full body contact and drinking perspective (for animals).

I
am awaiting a response from NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration) as to possible treatment options. I know that we
discussed aeration and also physical removal as potential options, but I have
not found anything that suggests either of those options are viable from a
fiscal perspective.

The
avoidance of the water may be onerous for some people. If this is the
case, we certainly would recommend that if they choose to enter the algae
covered waters that they follow necessary steps to minimize the potential for
adverse effects:

1.
Avoid full body contact/submersion of head/face in the water.

2.
Avoid contact of water with cuts and/or scrapes.

3.
Wash thoroughly as soon as possible after leaving the water.

Again,
we would recommend avoiding the waters altogether when algae is present, but
should people not heed that recommendation, the above steps should be adhered
to.

After receiving several
complainants as to the strong odor coming from the lake, particularly Harold
Dr. between Ann St. and N. 6th St., I contacted the Monroe County
Health Department. I met with an employee from the MCHD Environmental Health
Section.He inspected the shoreline in
that area. I was advised the odor was coming from decomposition of
the algae lying on the beach. The representative from the Health Department
further advised the odor itself is not a health hazard; however, he would not
suggest body contact in the area where the algae is decomposing.

As of this time, the Monroe County Health Department has no means to remove the
algae from the lake. Jason Childress, the Representative from the Health Department
is going to contact the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in
an attempt to have them complete further testing of samples taken for an in
depth study of the materials washing up on shore.

There is no quick fix to this problem. There
are committees being formed to address these problems. As usual you have one group blaming the other
group for the problem: i.e. farmers, waste water treatment plants, dredging of
rivers etc. etc.

As I learn more of what actions are being taken to address these problems I
will keep you the residents of Luna Pier informed.

Thank You,

Mayor Davison

Alert

Please be aware of a company called Just Energy soliciting business for natural gas in the city. This company did not obtain the required permits to solicit in the city. I have received several calls at city hall reference this company. Please contact city hall if this company makes contact with you, or ask to see their permit. Also you may want check this business on the internet, to check for complainants.

Being part of Monroe County, The City of Luna Pier is poised for economic development opportunities with our location on I-75. Click logo for information on commercial development in this area.

Title VI Compliance

The City of Luna Pier is committed to ensuring that no one is excluded from participation in, or denied the benefits of its services on the basis of race, color or national origin as protected by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended.

If you believe you have been discriminated against, you may file the following form below, and submit through U.S. Postal Service to:

Luna Pier is a great community – great for many reasons. The people, the lake, the beach all combine to create a terrific place to call home. The community we all see and experience each day is really the result of thousands of decisions made by residents and elected officials over many years. Past and current residents have built a community that is easy to become attached to, and easy to feel optimistic about.

But what will the next 10 to 20 years bring for Luna Pier? Will it become more attractive, and livable, or will it decline in comparison to other communities. That will depend upon future decision-making. To be sure, there is no way to predict exactly what the future will bring as many things are simply not controlled locally. However, what is controlled locally is whether the city has, and works toward, a long-term vision for community development. All communities face this same challenge when it comes to creating the future. In the really successful communities however, there is a noticeable sense of being fully committed to long-term community planning and a sense what they want to become. They develop this vision from substantial discussion with residents and they have high expectations for what they can be. They capitalize on their strengths and they have a sense of authenticity.

The opportunity to create this long-term vision for Luna Pier will unfold in 2009. The City was successful in obtaining a grant from the State of Michigan to help fund a new Community Master Plan. The work to be done will include many opportunities for residents and community organizations to weigh in on what they would like the future of Luna Pier to be like. While no one is suggesting change for the sake of change, there is so much potential in Luna Pier and your input is needed to fully explore the available choices. The Luna Pier Planning Commission will be spearheading this effort, and residents will have many opportunities to share thoughts and ideas in the coming months. However, if you have a desire to participate in this effort in a more active role, please contact Greg Stewart or Mayor Liske and let them know of your interest. Otherwise, please watch future newsletters, the city web site and newspapers for future meeting notices. 2009 will be a very important year for the City of Luna Pier as it charts a course for the future.

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To
all property owners of land situated in the City of Luna Pier, Monroe County,
Michigan:

NOTICE:
All vacant lots and land are to be cleared of weeds, brush, grass and
fallen trees and limbs, Section 11.11 of the Charter of the City of Luna Pier.

WHEREAS, it has been
determined that such weeds and grasses shall not be allowed to grow in excess
of six (6) inches in height.

WHEREAS, it shall be
the duty of all owners of land in the City of Luna Pier to destroy, remove or
cut any and all weeds and grasses which exceed six (6) inches in height and
ensure that all vacant lots and land are cleared of weeds, brush, grass and
fallen trees and limbs in accordance with Section 11.11 of the Charter of the
City of Luna Pier starting February 13, 2105.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that should
such weeds or grasses not be destroyed, removed or cut by the owner on or after
February 13, 2015 the removal or cutting shall be undertaken by the City of
Luna Pier. The City shall have the
option to contract with certified vendors to cut grass at the properties in
violation of this resolution. The
following charges with a special assessment will be levied against the
property:

First Offence $ 100.00 per lotSecond Offence $
250.00 per lotThree and More Offences $ 500.00 per lotLate Payment Fee $15.00 per month

Allstar Disposal & Recycling

AllStar Disposal & Recycling is now serving the City of Luna Pier for residential and commercial refuse collection. Trash will continue to be pick-up on the usual day, Friday mornings except for the week of July 4th. Rubbish will be picked up on Thursday, July 3rd. Large items can be picked up for a small fee. To find out the cost and to schedule a large item pick-up, contact Allstar at (734)850-9500.

Parks & Recreation

City of Luna Pier Resident Mrs. Pattie Grimes volunteers her time to scrape, clean, and paint park benches at Water Tower Park. A BIG City of Luna Pier Thank You goes out to her.

Monroe County Alert Notification System

Information: On Monroe County Alert Notification System

The residents and businesses in the City Of Luna Pier have the option of being notified of local and county emergencies through the Monroe County Emergency Management Division.

Monroe County has implemented an emergency notification system to contact County residence and businesses via recorded phone messages,text messages and email during emergencies.

MCANS

Reaches citizens immediately with critical information.

Rapidly and reliably disseminates official information and instructions to residents and businesses based on location. The MCANS emergency notification system delivers messages across all communication platforms and cycles through these devices until the message is confirmed.